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Master of Science in Web Engineering - Batch of 2025
4.1
University was Satisfactory
Tips: It's a good university with a lot of courses. There are options for scholarships, but I did not know how to avail myself of them. I am 80 percent satisfied because the course was pretty old and needed some changes because of changing technology, but I am not sure about this year; it is always better to check the university website.
Likes (Value for money): Tuition feels is very less compared to other West region Universities. It was around 380 euros, which is very little compared to a few other universities. Also, there are some universities with fewer fests per semester as well. Also, Chemnitz is very cheap comparatively, having less rent.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): This region in East Germany requires good German skills compared to other regions, and typically it is harder for English speakers to land a job. That's a different story if you receive a job that's the work-from-home type. That's why 3, because it is not impossible.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 800
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 40000
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026Read more
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Master of Science in Automotive Software Engineering - Batch of 2025
4.3
Its good univerty. good for internation students and friendly atmosphere.
Tips: Plan your finances. Get in international groups. Schedule and register for classes in advance. Learn German every day. There are many scholarship options, but you need to apply early with really good achievements. Try to communicate with others and learn many things.
Likes (Permanent Immigration): If you are a Blue Card holder and have worked 21 months in Germany with a B1 level of German, then you can be a permanent residency holder. Ways of living, health care, public transport, and work-life balance are good. I would not shift permanently due to high taxation and difficult bureaucracy. It is difficult with German bureaucracy. They do not support you if you cannot speak good German.
Dislikes (Part time work): Chemnitz is a smaller city, and there are not so many international student job opportunities due to the language barrier. If you can speak really good German, then it's good for you, but only English is not enough. For part-time workers and students, the pay rate is an average of 14 euro per hour.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1150
Prepping time for classes16 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 14000
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026Read more
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Masters in Advanced Manufacturing - Batch of 2027
2.4
overall experience was somewhat disappointing and did not fully meet expectations
Tips: As for the city itself, I barely felt any culture shock coming to Chemnitz. Because the international crowd on campus is so big, you end up hanging out mostly with other foreign students rather than really integrating into local German life. Everything feels pretty globalized anyway, so it wasn't the huge, transformative experience I pictured. Also, there are basically zero university scholarships—you're paying for everything yourself or working part-time. If you want an exotic study-abroad adventure, this isn't it; it's just a quiet, regular routine.
Likes (Public transportation): I gave public transport a high rating because getting around Chemnitz—and even traveling around Saxony—is effortless as a student. Your student ID includes the Semesterticket, which gives you unlimited rides on all the CVAG buses and trams in the city, plus regional trains across the whole state without paying anything extra. The Reichenhainer Straße campus is connected directly by the tram lines, so getting to the city center, the main train station (Hbf), or local shopping spots takes no time at all. Buses and trams run around the clock, so getting around is dead cheap whether you're right next to campus or living further out.
Dislikes (Part time work): Low-economy region. Not many technical as well as odd jobs in this city and nearby area. Part-time work can be managed except the exam period depending on type of work and boss The average payout depends on time, location and type of work, but minimum wage start from 14 euro per hour.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 875
Prepping time for classes3 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 17725
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026Read more
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Ketan Gaikwad Verified Icon
Masters in Advanced Manufacturing - Batch of 2027
4.2
My Experience at TU Chemnitz
Tips: Moving to Chemnitz was surprisingly smooth, mostly because the cost of living here is way cheaper than in major German cities. That said, getting used to the structured German lifestyle and picking up enough German to survive definitely took some time and effort. I didn't get any scholarships, so I had to self-fund everything by working part-time while studying. At the end of the day, I'm glad I chose TU Chemnitz. The education quality is solid, the degree gives you practical technical skills that employers actually respect, and if you're willing to put in the work to learn the language and manage your time, the long-term career prospects in Germany make the effort totally worth it.
Dislikes (Internships): Getting an internship at TU Chemnitz is definitely a mixed bag, which is why I gave it a 3/5. On paper, there are plenty of solid automotive and engineering roles around, but actually landing one is a massive headache. Most firms want prior experience and fluent German—especially if you're working directly with local engineering teams or clients where English just won't cut it. You basically have to send out dozens of applications and be open to moving or commuting to places like Dresden, Leipzig, or Zwickau where the bigger industrial opportunities are. The university’s job portal, career fairs, and resume workshops are fine for basic guidance, but don't expect them to place you anywhere—you have to do all the heavy lifting yourself.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 700
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50000
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026Read more
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MSc in Embedded Systems - Batch of 2026
4.3
It’s really good and easy to start international life being more Indian students
Tips: I am satisfied, and students should be hardworking and focused. No, I didn’t get scholarships because it is free already, Umm, except for food and climate; not much cultural shift, I would say. It’s just 300€ per sem, and transportation is free of cost here, so no more expenses.
Likes (Internships): It’s easy to get internships and part-time tech jobs. I work at Bosch, and it was not tough at all to get in. Focus on Bosch and its tasks and try to complete as soon as possible You need to apply to at least 10 jobs every day for 2-3 months to get it and prepare well.
Dislikes (Indian Food): I prefer cooking at home because German food is bland for Indians, and Indian restaurants are way too expensive. Indian groceries are not tough to find and cheap as well But make sure you get all the spices from India, as they are very much expensive.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 750
Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 62075
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026Read more
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Master of Science in Web Engineering - Batch of 2028
3.9
It ia good but city lacks energy and freshness and learn B2 german
Tips: Start learning German immediately—don't wait until you actually land in Chemnitz. Trying to get by on English alone makes life way harder than it needs to be. Even for basic part-time jobs, student worker positions (Werkstudent), or internships around Saxony, speaking German is pretty much essential—you will struggle to find anything if you only rely on English. As for the academics, be prepared for a very traditional, theory-heavy curriculum. The coursework at TUDC/TU Chemnitz focuses heavily on fundamental theory and written exams rather than modern hands-on projects, so you'll need to do a lot of self-study to keep up. While the university facilities themselves are decent and the cost of living in Chemnitz is super cheap, the city itself can feel quiet and isolated compared to places like Leipzig, Dresden, or Munich. If you have offers from universities in bigger or more dynamic student cities, I’d honestly recommend considering those first.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 575
Prepping time for classes21 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 47425
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026Read more
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Masters in Advanced Functional Materials - Batch of 2027
3.8
Learning Beyond Classroom
Tips: I have a systematic way of living after coming to Germany. Started doing things by myself without asking anyone. There was not a big cultural shift, but I could say the way I used to live in india, that is entirely different from how I live now. No, I have not applied for any scholarships yet, may be in future, if any opportunity comes, I might apply. I am fully satisfied with the university, as they help you to learn things practically and give a lot of different opportunities to attain practical knowledge. Also, the course I do is one I like, because it's a combination of Physics and Chemistry, and I loved learning those.
Likes (Value for money): This place is good value for money because the living expenses here are cheap. The place has lower rent compared to other cities. So, staying here is much cheaper. Rent plus other expenses for food and insurance altogether will cost around 650 euros for me. So, if you have a part-time job, then you can manage the expenses and save a bit of money every month as well.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): This is because I intend to stay in Germany, provided there is an appropriate opportunity for me. However, on the contrary, it is that I have not decided anything about settling down permanently. As a matter of fact, what I want now is practical experience. Now, in this context, the possibility is moderate. Germany has its own procedure to settle skilled workers in Germany permanently based on certain conditions. Once you settle down there, the possibilities will become very high.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 675
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026Read more
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Masters in Advanced Manufacturing - Batch of 2022
4.4
State-of-the-Art Facilities and Hands-On Experience
Tips: Moving out to Germany means getting hit with a massive culture shock right out of the gate, especially when you're trying to navigate the language barrier, the completely different food and how locals interact. But honestly, once you're inside the TU Chemnitz campus, it gets way easier because there’s a huge, incredibly active community of Indian students who genuinely look out for the newbies and help you settle in. There’s always stuff happening with different student clubs and cultural fests where you can volunteer, get involved, and meet people from all over the place. On the money side, if you knuckle down and keep your grades sharp—we’re talking landing a solid 1.3 to 1.6 in the German system—you can actually grab some decent scholarships. The university itself hands out funding that’s worth around 600 euros a month for a full year, plus you can always look into extra grants through DAAD to help cover your living costs.
Likes (Internships): The master's program is designed in a way with a mandatory internship. So it's very easy to apply for an internship all around Germany without any hurdles. Also, your German-speaking skills and previous work experience play a major role, along with your network. Also, you will be well paid during the internship and end up securing a full-time job in the same company where you do the internship and thesis.
Dislikes (Part time work): Chemnitz is a small town in the state of Saxony, and part-time job opportunities are very limited on campus. You can find off-campus jobs quite easily in Dresden and Leipzig, but you have to travel at least 1 hour. If you can speak German up to the B1 level, you can easily find part-time jobs in Chemnitz with good pay.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 800
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50000
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026Read more
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Master of Science in Automotive Software Engineering - Batch of 2021
5.0
Excellent university to study
Tips: If you're looking into joining Chemnitz University of Technology, there are a couple of major things you should keep on your radar. First, when it comes to funding, you can absolutely land a scholarship here—I actually managed to secure one after my first semester. You don't need to stress about hunting it down blindly either; the university will directly shoot you an email with instructions on how to apply. It works out to about 300 euros, which gives you a really nice, much-needed financial cushion for daily student life. As for the academics, the course structure here is solid. One of the best parts about studying at TU Chemnitz is that they bake a mandatory internship right into the curriculum. Because you're required to get that real-world experience, it creates a super smooth domino effect: you can easily turn your internship project into your Master's thesis topic, which very often rolls right into a full-time job offer after graduation. It completely takes the guesswork out of building a career path in Germany.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 500
Prepping time for classes29 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026Read more
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Masters in Advanced Manufacturing - Batch of 2023
4.2
Chemnitz has good environment to live, you have to make the best of it.
Tips: You may experience a cultural shift in the form of language and festivities. The transition will not be too difficult. In terms of food, there are options to get Indian groceries in Chemnitz. I did get a scholarship for a year called Deutschlandstipendium. The monthly allowance was 300 euros. The course and University have a lot of resources and it totally depends on how you make the best use of it.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 925
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50900
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2023Read more
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Master of Science in Web Engineering - Batch of 2028
4.1
College is good but city is not lively
Tips: Coming from India, the biggest shift for me was the academic culture. The German university system gives you way more independence and flexibility with your schedule and exams compared to back home, and the overall work-study culture here feels much more balanced. I don't have any scholarships, so I handle my own expenses through part-time work, but I'm still really happy with the course and the quality of education at TU Chemnitz. Germany as a country offers great long-term opportunities, though you should know that Chemnitz itself is quite quiet and laid-back. If you're expecting a fast-paced, lively city with big nightlife, it might feel a bit slow, but for pure studies and affordability, it works well.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1750
Prepping time for classes29 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026Read more
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Masters in Advanced Manufacturing - Batch of 2025
4.3
A Great Learning Experience in Germany
Tips: If you're planning on heading to TU Chemnitz, your absolute number one priority should be picking up at least some basic German before you arrive. While you can get through your actual classes just fine using English, the reality check hits when you start looking for internships or full-time jobs after graduation—that's when German becomes a massive deal. Personally, my transition moving over to Germany went really smoothly. While I was studying, I actually managed to land the DAAD STIBET I scholarship, which was a huge help. You should definitely make it a habit to constantly check the student portal for funding options, especially things like the Deutschlandstepindeium and the Georgius Agricola scholarship. At the end of the day, I’ve been really happy with the university and my specific course. Germany has turned out to be an amazing spot, not just for the high-quality research and education, but also just for growing as a person.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 800
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 52000
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026Read more
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Masters in Advanced Manufacturing - Batch of 2026
3.5
Technical University of Chemnitz has a very good reputation in Germany.
Tips: The Technical University of Chemnitz is basically a good university. If, we are discussing the Advanced Manufacturing course, then it's too versatile, which is a diverse case of its specialisation courses. These modules help you to understand and work on your area of interest.
Likes (Value for money): From a living standard and financial perspective, Chemnitz is an excellent place to live, especially for students. As the third largest city in the state of Saxony, it is well developed, while still maintaining a lower cost of living than bigger cities.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 550
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Reviewed on 27 Sep 2025Read more
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Master of Science in Web Engineering - Batch of 2019
4.3
Overall, it's a good experience.
Tips: Make sure you can handle the job pressure with your study and also have to learn German language it's very important. Job is easy to find if you know German language. Make sure you have enough language skills and try to get in contact with professors.
Likes (Value for money): Hardly, I am spending 500 euro per month in Chemnitz, Germany all things included as compared to other cities. It's the cheapest and best city for students. The traveling is free and some great cities like Dresden, liepzig are near to Chemnitz and it's easy to find job there.
Dislikes (Indian Food): For vegetarians, there are very limited options for food. All things like pizza have two or three options for vegetarians. McDonald's only serves non veg burger, etc. For spices also it is very expensive and everytime you have to search for Indian stores to buy some things which are usually expensive.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 521
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 11000
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2021Read more
Views on TU Ilmenau campus
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Master of Science in Research in Computer & Systems Engineering - Batch of 2027
Offered by Technical University of Ilmenau
3.4
TU Ilmenau - Affordable and with a Major Desi Community.
Tips: Transition is easy, as there is a major sub-continent's 'desi' community at the college. You won't face a major cultural shift and would find a nearby Indian shop carrying most spices and Indian stuff as well. As for scholarships, the college offers a 500u20ac semester grant. Since there is no education fee, that grant covers a student's major expenses. The university is nice, and the course is really tough, so be prepared to fail and to work hard to succeed. You can study at your own pace, whatever subjects you like, but be sure to target at least 20 credits a semester. Getting stuck into work or part-time could easily lead to failing the course and losing your student visa unless you find another course/university to join. I personally covered most of my major coursework before looking and starting at my current Werkstudent position. Overall, college is nice, really affordable and a course that does help a lot. But be prepared to look for work, and the time it would take to get a job in the current economy. One major, and very important thing, please learn the German Language to at least conversational B2 before coming to Germany. You can manage in English, but you will need German to actually be able to live.
Likes (Safety): Quite a small town, and extremely safe. You'll be able to move around places, and people are more than welcoming, as most know that it's a major University area. You might face issues with the language barrier if you don't know at least B2 conversational German. So try to ensure you have that at least.
Dislikes (Student Life): Decent college life, but college is in a small town, rather, it's a college town with nearly half the population being students. There are no movie theatres, malls, clubs or any places for recreational activities. You'll most likely be travelling to other places for fun. Outdoor stuff would be fine, like hiking, but college events are not something to write home about. Only the college fest in June is the best part of the year.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 650
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 45000
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026Read more
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Master of Science in Media Technology - Batch of 2025
Offered by Technical University of Ilmenau
3.9
Nice small town university
Tips: It's a small university town. A lot fewer people than the big city university has. It is good; courses are challenging compared to India's, and you have to work hard. Tuition fees are lower, and you have the Deutschland ticket, so you can travel in public transport for free in all of Germany. Plus, small towns have less expensive accommodation; it is cheap, with lots of Indian students and diverse students. Lots of activities to do. Culture is really good.
Likes (Value for money): Tuition fees are lower, and you have the Deutschland ticket, so you can travel in public transport for free in all of Germany. Plus, small towns have less expensive accommodation; it is cheap, with lots of Indian students and diverse students. Lots of activities to do. Culture is really good.
Dislikes (Part time work): It's a very small town, so part-time jobs are fewer. Plus, you need basic German language knowledge to get a part-time job. You can also travel 1 hour to the nearby city of Erfurt for a part-time job; there you also need basic German language knowledge. And traveling is hectic.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 525
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 62800
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026Read more
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Master of Science in Media Technology - Batch of 2025
Offered by Technical University of Ilmenau
3.9
My 4.6-Year Life at TU Ilmenau.
Tips: German language basics greatly help. Self-time management is very important. Getting and processing information in an orderly and active way is most important. Although there are various international organizations to help students, one should always take the initiative to get self-info.
Likes (Value for money): TU Ilmenau is a public university that offers studies almost free of charge. There is only a small amount of semester contribution needed, which also gives almost as much return as public transport, library usage, and various study-related software usage. Again, the city also provides cheap living costs, compared to big cities.
Dislikes (Part time work): Ilmenau is a small city. It is also a university city, where a large part of the population is students. So, it is hard to get a part-time job. Students need to go to nearby cities to get a job. There are options such as labor works, but they affect study a lot.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 500
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 36000
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Master of Science in Research in Computer & Systems Engineering - Batch of 2026
Offered by Technical University of Ilmenau
4.7
Great , Quite to learn grow and build your career
Tips: Students should be prepared for a peaceful and nonchaotic environment. Ilmenau is a very small town and full of greenery. But you get almost everything here in this small town. TU Ilmenau is very research-oriented. The international community are very active, and they have multiple clubs and organizations.
Likes (Permanent Immigration): After graduation from a German university, the pathway is clear for international students who want to live here. You will get up to 18 months on a job seeker visa, and then after landing a job and crossing a certain threshold in salary, you are eligible for a blue card, and then you can apply for PR after a few months.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): I rated it 4/5 because I believe Germany has very good opportunities for international students, and yes, language plays a very important factor. Learning German makes things easy. Many people get full-time jobs after graduation, but effort is needed in every field, as the market is very competitive.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 675
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 45500
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MSc in Data Science - Batch of 2028
Offered by Technical University of Ilmenau
3.8
A good place to study,learn and grow.
Tips: I have transitioned after coming here; the way I was back in India is completely different from the version of me. I have actually experienced a lot of cultural differences between India and Germany. No, I did not have any scholarships; normally if you have a stellar profile, you will land a scholarship easily. I am very much satisfied with TU Ilmenau.
Likes (Quality of faculty): The academic staff here are all highly knowledgeable, and I find them extremely helpful regarding the explanation of topics, and also they are extremely friendly and humble. If a student has any doubt, they can contact the professor during academic hours or take an appointment to resolve their doubts.
Dislikes (Part time work): I rated part-time work low because Ilmenau is a tiny university town, so local job options are extremely limited compared to bigger cities. Unless you get lucky with a HiWi research position on campus, finding an off-campus student job without fluent German is nearly impossible. Pay is fine when you do land something, but expect months of waiting and heavy competition for the few open spots in town.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 825
Prepping time for classes23 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 46950
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026Read more
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MSc in Media Engineering - Batch of 2027
Offered by Technical University of Ilmenau
4.1
Nice university international friendly.
Tips: It's a nice university with many options for degrees. It has a very international crowd, especially Asian. But it is very small; there is not much to do here, and getting jobs (part-time, full-time) is difficult. If students want to come to study, then it's a nice place, but if they are thinking the learnings would be like Canada and Australia, then it's not the right place to come.
Likes (Safety): Ilmenau is a very safe and peaceful town, unlike big cities such as Berlin. Because it's a small town with an international crowd, it's quite safe. This town is not very crowded, and mostly old people live in East Germany, so it's part of that. And also the town is quite pretty.
Dislikes (Part time work): Because of many factors. To get a part-time job, you need German, and it is not always available. As the location is a town and a big city, jobs are quite difficult to find. If someone wants to come just for study, then it's good. But many students end up taking loans, which are difficult to pay back while living here.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 200
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 40000
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026Read more
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Ajay Rapeti Verified Icon
MSc in Data Science - Batch of 2028
Offered by Technical University of Ilmenau
3.4
TU Ilmenau-One of the Best german University
Tips: Like there are many cultural differences that are present in Germany, and you will get acclimatized to them once you start living here. I didn't get any external scholarship. I am satisfied with my university and data science course and Germany. This is what I will say.
Likes (Student Life): Apart from all other colleges I have known from my friends living in Germany, TU Ilmenau is a vibrant place where there are many clubs and societies that can help you attain knowledge beyond classwork. There are many clubs in filmmaking, arts, and vehicle racing.
Dislikes (Part time work): Like, there are very limited part-time opportunities in Ilmenau, and it is hard to land a role if you don't speak German. It is very difficult to manage part-time while studying parallelly because the examination structure here is different in comparison to India.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 650
Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 45100
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026Read more
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